The Crunchy Farm Mom

Are you always questioning if you’re a good enough mom? Are you confused about what nutritional options are best for your family to be healthy and nourished? Are you burning the candle at both ends and feeling desperate to find ways to take better care of your family & your own wellness? Welcome to The Crunchy Farm Mom! The podcast where we deep dive to answer these questions and so much more! Tune in for conversations with me, your host, Amanda, as we come together in this space to relate to one another & all the facets of being a busy farm mom. We will discuss topics such as navigating motherhood, deciphering food choices, holistic wellness, living a crunchy lifestyle, and how agriculture ties into all of it. Think of this podcast as a community for farm moms to chat about all the decisions we make to care for our families. We are in this together! My goal for this podcast is to relate to so many of you when you don’t feel like you’re enough. I want you to walk away feeling equipped, confident, and joyful about your role as a mom so that you can thrive, and therefore, your family can thrive, too. We can gather around as friends in this space, while being in our most chaotic stages of life, whether you’re chasing your toddler, preparing endless amounts of meals for your family, driving to work, or running the grain cart. This space is an opportunity to grow and learn simple tips from me & so many special guests on ways we tackle that doubt of “are we a good enough mom?” Kick that thought out of your mind and come join our judgment-free zone, where we will never question that you’re doing a great job, mama! Make sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode. Can’t wait to be here with all of you! Website: https://2383farms.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2383farms Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2383farms

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32. Feeding Our Babies 01/14/2026

31. Navigating Picky Eaters and Nutritional Challenges with Cierra Crowley 12/31/2025

30. Health Hacks From Your Kitchen 12/17/2025

29. Dairy Deep Dive: Benefits, Misconceptions, and the Modern Farm Life with Dairy Gal Val 12/10/2025

28. Navigating Health and Wellness as a Busy Mom 12/03/2025

27. Essential Baby Gifts and Favorite Kids' Toys for the Holidays 11/26/2025

26. Prioritizing Health and Nutrition for Moms, Kids, and Farmers with Kennedy Youngren 11/19/2025

24. The Crunchy Farm Mom: Navigating Motherhood and Farm Life 11/19/2025

25. Natural Remedies for Keeping Kids Healthy During the Sick Season 11/19/2025

23. Taking Health Into My Own Hands 07/09/2024

23. Taking Health Into My Own Hands It’s been a little while, but today’s episode is going to be a solo episode, because I want to give you a bit of a life update! I’m actually going to be taking a break from the podcast (for now), and really focusing on spending quality time with my kids and family. I’ve also had quite the health journey over the last year and a half, and I’ve felt called to share what that has looked like. Taking my health into my own hands has been quite the journey, and it’s given me so much clarity along the way. I know my journey is far from over, but I’m incredibly grateful for this life-changing experience, and the true healing I’ve been able to undergo. I hope my story encourages you in some way, and empowers you to take control of your health, and ultimately, your life. Thank you for being here - I can’t wait to be back with you in the future!! In this episode, I cover: What my health was like growing up + the debilitating stomach issues I experienced in college, and what that led to My 2 very different pregnancy experiences + what it looked like as I began navigating postpartum life as a Mom of 2 How prioritizing rest and truly ‘slowing up’ has not only benefited me, but my family as well Several ‘healthier’ habits that I’ve been implementing for myself and my family The life-changing growth and healing I’ve experienced on my journey so far, while also knowing that I’ll never be completely ‘done’ either How I’ve become more in tune with my body + my kids and their needs, and why it’s necessary for me to take a break from podcasting for now Resources & Links: Dietitian: [FREE download] Check out some Connect with Amanda: Follow on Instagram Follow on Facebook Check out my Email Amanda at amanda@2383farms.com Related Episodes Episode 14: Make sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode! Find the complete show notes here: /episode/index/show/07067d1b-d234-4099-a91c-9414720b57a2/id/31986932

22. Growing Your Business & Balancing Motherhood with Aly Robins 06/25/2024

21. We Can Work Outside the Home & Still Be Great Moms with Megan Pippitt 06/11/2024

20. Explaining Crop Insurance with Zoe Kaiser 05/28/2024

19. How To Begin Homesteading with Erin Fischer 05/14/2024

18. The Importance of Incorporating Beef In Our Diets with Hannah Guenther 04/30/2024

18. The Importance of Incorporating Beef In Our Diets with Hannah Guenther Today’s episode is featuring Hannah Guenther, a wife, mom, and Food, Nutrition, and Health Extension Educator. Hannah also resides in Nebraska (not too far from me), and I thought she would be the perfect person to bring on, and share more about the incredible food source that is beef. Hannah’s true passion lies in food and being in the kitchen; she loves the variety of work she gets to do in her current career role, and is fascinated by the ever-changing research in the nutrition and health industries. Both of our lives revolve greatly around beef, and I’m always intrigued to learn more about the nutritional value of what my family and I are eating. In this episode, we cover: Hannah’s passion for food and nutrition, which ultimately, led to her becoming a Food, Nutrition, and Health Extension Educator The incredible nutritional benefits we can get from consuming beef Why we should be incorporating beef + a variety of foods into our diets Including beef in your child’s diet from a young age Consuming enough protein for your body, goals, etc. + the amount of protein you need to survive on a daily basis Finding the balance of our body’s emotional response to food vs. nutrient density, and the way it fuels our bodies One of Hannah’s favorite, simple beef recipes Understanding how the beef you’re buying at the store is connected to family farms aiming to provide a quality, nutritious product for you Finding excitement through each new stage with your kids + keeping motherhood first, and your work second Resources & Links: [FREE download] Check out some Connect with Hannah: Follow on Instagram Check out her Connect with Amanda: Follow on Instagram Follow on Facebook Check out my Email Amanda at amanda@2383farms.com Make sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode! Find the complete show notes here: /episode/index/show/07067d1b-d234-4099-a91c-9414720b57a2/id/30987348

17. Meal Planning with Kayla Zenner 04/16/2024

17. Meal Planning with Kayla Zenner Today’s episode is featuring Kayla Zenner, a mom, farm wife, fantastic cook, and creator of the Farmstyle. Kayla is passionate about giving moms the confidence to get in the kitchen, and create simple and delicious meals the whole family will love! We’re talking all about meal planning in today’s episode - simple tips and tricks to help you with the meal planning process, what a typical grocery shopping schedule can look like, freezing meals (especially if it’s a meal you love and want to make sure you have extra for another time), and how ‘themed’ nights can add more excitement to your meals each week. We’re also chatting more about Kayla’s new meal plan subscription option (which I’m a huge fan of), and why flexibility with your meals and meal plan is super important. In this episode, we cover: Kayla’s journey from being a high school math teacher to eventually, creating the Farmstyle + her new meal plan subscription option Simple tips and tricks that help with meal planning Having flexibility with your meals during the week if your plans change, if you and your family want something different, etc. Kayla’s grocery shopping schedule + freezing meals in preparation for a busier season or for times when cooking is the last thing you want to do Keeping it SUPER simple when you’re beginning with meal planning + using ‘themed’ nights for meals each week Kayla’s favorite/most-used crockpot recipe for her and her family Not stressing out about your babies’ and kids’ sleep schedules and how much they’re sleeping Resources & Links: [FREE download] Check out some Connect with Kayla: Follow on Follow on Follow on Check out her Connect with Amanda: Follow on Instagram Follow on Facebook Check out my Email Amanda at amanda@2383farms.com Make sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode! Find the complete show notes here: /episode/index/show/07067d1b-d234-4099-a91c-9414720b57a2/id/30833628

16. Diving Deep Into Seed Corn Importance In Our Operations with Courtney Sheely 04/02/2024

15. Balancing Calving Season & Motherhood with Natalie Kovarik 03/19/2024

14. Functional Medicine with Dr. Mayer 03/05/2024

14. Functional Medicine with Dr. Mayer Have you had the experience of going to your doctor when you’re not feeling well, and you know something isn’t quite right, but..they just brush off your feelings and tell you this is most likely your new ‘normal’? Unfortunately, this was my experience..until I connected with Dr. Brittany Mayer, who’s the incredible guest in today’s episode! Dr. Brittany Mayer, DNP, FNP-BC is a compassionate healthcare professional dedicated to the art and science of healing. A proud graduate of the University of Nebraska Medicine with a Doctorate in Nursing Practice, Dr. Mayer brings a wealth of experience from diverse medical fields including NICU, Emergency Medicine, Labor and Delivery, Women’s Health, and Functional Medicine. Driven by a passion for Integrative Medicine, Dr. Mayer is committed to delivering holistic care that addresses the interconnectedness of body, mind, and spirit. In this episode we cover: What functional medicine/integrative health really is and why it’s important to optimize your body’s ‘foundation’ as much as possible The types of services Dr. Mayer offers patients in her practice + the initial evaluation process for someone beginning their functional medicine journey How it looks to work with patients virtually, compared to in person How looking at the ‘whole picture’ and digging deep into your health concerns will dramatically help you going forward What a parasite cleanse REALLY is + what may be happening within your body if you’re infected with a parasite Testing to learn more about and better support your kids’ immune systems and overall health Resources & Links: [FREE download] Check out some Connect with Dr. Mayer: Follow on Follow on Check out her Email Dr. Mayer at drmayer@elevatehealth.fit Connect with Amanda: Follow on Instagram Follow on Facebook Check out my Email Amanda at amanda@2383farms.com Make sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode! Find the full show notes here: /episode/index/show/07067d1b-d234-4099-a91c-9414720b57a2/id/30231778

13. Motherhood Through Loss: Part 2 with Ellan Ruskamp 02/20/2024

13. Motherhood Through Loss: Part 2 with Ellan Ruskamp Today’s episode is with a dear friend of mine, Ellan Ruskamp, and we’re talking more on the topic of motherhood through loss. We’re talking about the heartbreaking loss of Ellan’s fourth baby, and what this unexpected journey has looked like for her and her family to navigate. Through Ellan’s experience, she’s learned that taking time to work through and process your grief is key, and it should never be on anyone else’s timeline. We also discuss the comfort that comes from being in community with others who have experienced loss, what it can look like to work through loss when you have other children, understanding that your pain will never completely go away, and more. Ellan Ruskamp is a farm wife & boy mama from rural Nebraska. When she’s not chasing kiddos or helping out on the farm, she enjoys getting in touch with her creative side through her business, Midwest Marigold. With Midwest Marigold, she designs apparel inspired by the heart & soul of rural life that leave women feeling full of confidence and beautiful in everyday life! In this episode, we cover: Taking time to sit with your feelings and truly process through your grief Focusing on what YOU need after experiencing a loss, and staying true to that Finding comfort in talking with and being in community with others who have experienced loss Talking with your other children and helping them process/work through loss Understanding that the pain of your loss will never completely go away, but you do have the ability to hold space for multiple emotions at once Reminding yourself that motherhood is never a perfect journey, and there’s never just one way to mother/parent Resources & Links: [FREE download] Check out some Connect with Ellan: Follow on Check out her Email Ellan at info@shopmidwestmarigold.com Connect with Amanda: Follow on Instagram Follow on Facebook Check out my Email Amanda at amanda@2383farms.com Make sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode! Find the complete show notes here: /episode/index/show/07067d1b-d234-4099-a91c-9414720b57a2/id/30005378

12. Motherhood Through Loss: Part 1 with Kaitlin Cox 02/06/2024

12. Motherhood Through Loss: Part 1 with Kaitlin Cox Today’s episode is going to be covering a very deep (and not always easy) topic, but it’s one that I knew I wanted to share on my podcast too. I’m honored to have Kaitlin Cox here to talk more about her motherhood journey, and more specifically, the journey of loss. Kaitlin is a beautiful individual who embraces the many roles in her life, and she’s also experienced her fair share of heartache along the way. We’re talking more about Kaitlin’s journey into motherhood, and what motherhood through loss has looked like for her. From dealing with a miscarriage and a PCOS diagnosis, to the tragic loss of her baby toward the end of her pregnancy, Kaitlin’s path to motherhood has been anything but smooth. In this episode, we cover: Kaitlin’s first miscarriage, which ultimately led to her receiving a PCOS diagnosis Kaitlin’s second pregnancy, and the heartbreaking experience that transpired with her second baby The emotional rawness and complete uncertainty that comes after experiencing a loss Leaning into God/your faith during hard seasons in life, and understanding that you’re not meant to know the reasoning behind everything while here on Earth Finding patience and contentment after loss + looking for the ‘good’ in every situation, even when it seems impossible at first How valuable finding community and talking with others who have experienced a loss can be Why you should never feel like you need to minimize your pain or downplay the loss of your child Being kind to yourself and celebrating your wins throughout motherhood (no matter how big or small) Resources & Links: [FREE download] Check out some Connect with Kaitlin: Follow on Check out her podcast: Listen to her podcast episode about her story: Check out her Email Kaitlin at emergingasme@gmail.com Connect with Amanda: Follow on Instagram Follow on Facebook Check out my Email Amanda at amanda@2383farms.com Make sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode! Find the complete show notes here: /episode/index/show/07067d1b-d234-4099-a91c-9414720b57a2/id/29805203

11. New Year New Me - But Take It Up A Step 01/23/2024

10. Taking Care of Ourselves as Moms Prenatal & Postpartum with Miranda from SHE Fitness 01/09/2024

10. Taking Care of Ourselves as Moms Prenatal & Postpartum with Miranda from SHE Fitness In today’s episode, I’m talking with Miranda from SHE Fitness. I was excited to have Miranda on to dig into something we’re both very passionate about - taking care of ourselves as moms. Miranda has been in the health and fitness space as a Certified Personal Trainer for a while now. After seeing a gap in the information and resources that are readily available to women during pregnancy and postpartum though, she made the decision to start her own business, and support women during this very crucial (and often overlooked) time. Miranda is a Certified Personal Trainer and Pre to Postpartum Core Exercise Specialist, wife of a cattle farmer, and mother of a 14 month old. She mainly works with Pre-Postpartum women to help them "get their body back", and feel confident in themselves after this beautiful, yet challenging stage of life. Miranda also wants to help change the narrative of the "typical mom bod" and tell women that even though your body changes, you are not "stuck." You can be the best version of yourself (even as a mom), and she wants to help get you there! From urinary leaking, to pain with sex, low back pain, decreased energy, blood sugar issues, weight gain, and more, she can help and encourage you to a healthy and active lifestyle! Sometimes, you just need someone cheering you on and believing in you..Miranda is that kind of coach! In this episode, we cover: One of the best (and simplest) things you can learn to do now before even becoming pregnant What you can do during pregnancy to really help prepare you for childbirth Things you can focus on to have a more restful and healing postpartum experience + what to keep in mind after your 6 week postpartum check-up Giving yourself grace when it comes to taking care of yourself and your health, while still being present for your family The very real struggle that is ‘mom guilt’ when you’re trying to balance your family, work, and more Resources & Links: [FREE download] Check out some Connect with Miranda: Follow on Follow on Check out her website at Email Miranda at shefitness21@gmail.com Connect with Amanda: Follow on Instagram Follow on Facebook Check out my Email Amanda at amanda@2383farms.com Make sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode! Find the complete show notes here: /episode/index/show/07067d1b-d234-4099-a91c-9414720b57a2/id/29398958

9. Giving Yourself The Gift with Kadi from Braided Branch Co 12/26/2023

8. Organizing & Decluttering Before The Christmas Season with Nicki from Pretty Neat Organizing 12/12/2023

8. Organizing & Decluttering Before The Christmas Season with Nicki from Pretty Neat Organizing In today’s episode, I’m talking with my new friend, Nicki, from Pretty Neat Organizing. Nicki and I dive into some simple tips to organize and declutter your space before the holiday season, important (and also forgotten) areas to go through regularly, the interesting connection between decluttering and having less ‘stuff’ to clean as a result, and more. Nicki is a former teacher turned professional organizer who is very passionate about helping her clients organize and declutter their spaces. Not only does this lead to more time and energy back in their day, but less stress and overwhelm too. I truly enjoyed this conversation, and I hope it’s helpful for you as you prepare for a fun and joyful Christmas season ahead! In this episode, we cover: Nicki’s decision to leave teaching and pursue her dream career of helping people with organizing and decluttering their spaces A simple organizing and decluttering tip to start doing this holiday season Organizing and going through toys + how to get your kids involved in the process Important (but sometimes forgotten) items and spaces in your house to organize and go through regularly How to decide which spaces you need to organize and declutter first, and what the timeline can look like when doing so The connection between decluttering and having less ‘stuff’ to clean as a result A great decluttering ‘rule’ to follow to help keep you from building up more clutter in the future Nicki’s favorite type of space to organize and declutter Resources & Links: [FREE download] Check out some Connect with Nicki: Follow on Follow on Follow on Check out her Send Nicki an email at Connect with Amanda: Follow on Instagram Follow on Facebook Check out my Email Amanda at amanda@2383farms.com Make sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode! Find the complete show notes here: /episode/index/show/07067d1b-d234-4099-a91c-9414720b57a2/id/29032853

7. How 2383 Farms Came About 11/28/2023

7. How 2383 Farms Came About In today’s episode, I’m talking about my business, 2383 Farms. I’ve had multiple events I’ve gone to lately, and even opened up my own storefront. There’s been a lot of chaos going on..but in a really good way too! In regards to being a small business owner, I want to thank you for supporting my business this holiday season, and throughout the year. I am TRULY grateful for all of the amazing people who choose to purchase from us! With all of this happening, I thought it would be the perfect time to share more about how my beef business came about, what 2383 Farms actually is and what I do, finding a balance that works for my family and I as my business continues to grow, and more. Starting 2383 Farms has been such a fun and rewarding journey so far, and really an absolute blessing for my family and I. I hope you enjoy this episode, and maybe even learn something new about what the behind the scenes looks like for me as a small business owner! In this episode, we cover: What our cow calf operation actually looks like, and how it works The decision to start selling our own beef + what the process, investment, and more was like to get started The overwhelming support I’ve experienced since publicly sharing about my business The growth and connections I’ve built since going to in-person events and shows over the last year and a half Why I decided to create my all beef cookbook, and the true joy and excitement I’ve felt since releasing it earlier this year My decision to start a temporary storefront and sell beef to customers this holiday season Finding the balance as it relates to my growing beef business, my ‘regular’ job, and my family going forward Resources & Links: [FREE download] Check out some Connect with Amanda: Follow on Instagram Follow on Facebook Check out my Make sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode! Find the complete show notes here: /episode/index/show/07067d1b-d234-4099-a91c-9414720b57a2/id/28813113

6. Get Healthy With Gut Health with Michala Petersen 11/14/2023

5. Digging Deeper Into Our Mom Faith with Kayla Josefiak 10/31/2023

4. Raising Kids With Farming & Oils with Heather Nienhueser 10/17/2023

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